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Renter's Guide to Water Filtration - BLG123

Best Water Test Kits for Renters (Quick Guide to Safe Apartment Drinking Water)

Renters’ guide to safe tap water: what to test, how to use mail-in kits like Tap Score, and renter-friendly filters to fix issues—no plumbing changes.

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Which faucet filter is right for me? - BLG215

Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Do faucet water filters really work? Our unbiased look at popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan.

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